Andrew Harrison

Andrew Harrison's unique background as a social innovator, author and researcher of human motivation began in 2004 when he exchanged his master's degree and high paying sales job for a year on the road--traveling the United States interviewing people from varied walks of life about how they came to discover passion from their work; a passion which inevitably spilled over into the remaining aspects of their lives (www.iamontheroad.com).

His study of human motivation now spans many industries and fields. Andrew's debut book entitled, "Love Your 84,000 Hours at Work: Stories on the Road from People with Purpose and Passion" (Dotted Lines Press, 2010), chronicles the inspiring journeys of a select number of people who have mastered one of the core ingredients to maintaining a happy life--loving what you do (www.84000hours.com).

Andrew is also the writer of, "The Invisible Element: A Practical Guide for the Human Dynamics of Innovation" (Innovatus Press, 2011). The experience of writing this book alongside industry experts Bob Rosenfeld and Gary Wilhelmi allowed him a rare and exciting opportunity to explore what it takes to spark and sustain innovation within organizations and working groups.

An understudy to Bob Rosenfeld since 2008, Andrew has been an instrumental part of the team responsible for developing the Innovation Strengths Preference Indicator® (ISPI®). He is certified in the ISPI® for delivering feedback to individuals and groups, in analyzing and forming teams, as well as conducting organizational ISPI® analyses.

Andrew designs and delivers keynote presentations and leads workshops on the human principles that create a culture of innovation. He also instructs and inspires people on how to marry purpose and passion into their work. Andrew has a passion for teaching the tools of the innovation and career trades; a byproduct from his days as a former adjunct college professor.

Andrew's work has been featured in the Miami Herald, Charlotte Observer, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, as well as on local ABC, CBS, Fox, and Time Warner TV news programs, NPR radio, and a number of business journals and national magazine publications. He is currently based in Rochester, NY and is both purposeful and passionate about writing, traveling, meeting new people, speaking to groups, cooking and eating, playing golf and watching sports.